Memoir 44 is loved by fans around the world of both war games and military history for its re-enactments of actual World War 2 battles.

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Memoir 44 is a fantastic strategy game which blends a perfect combination of strategy, tactics, dice play, and hand managments. It is a turn-based hex war game that recreates actual battle scenarios from WW2.

The game involves two players and can typically be completed in less than an hour. The game involves dice, cards, and figures representing tanks, infantry and artillery. The battle map is divided into three sections, a center, and a left and right flank. The cards determine which of the three sections you can move your troops. The combination of which cards one possesses, which dice are thrown, and in what order it is all played, makes for a very interesting and challenging game.

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Welcome!

Here are a few highlights you may like:

1. NEW VERSION OF MEMOIR 44 RELEASED!

They are calling this a “Refresh”. It is basically like the original version, but has some updated rules pertaining to: Terrain Elevation Line-of-Sight; Air Superiority, & options for 3 & 4 player games.

2. Forum

Share your favorite scenarios. Upload pics of some of your coolest tactical combos. Discuss strategy & tactics.

I just shared the After Action Report for the “Bain Tsaga Heights” scenario, played three times. Exciting results!

3. Resources for the power player

The “Links & Resources” has a ton of cool accessories for the Memoir 44 enthusiast, including storage bins, attack tokens, card holders, etc.

4. Historic Battle Reports

We are rebuilding the stats on Battle Reports which Days of Wonder used to keep. When you finish a scenario, please find it in the Scenarios page. At the bottom of each scenario is a place to submit your results. Who won: Axis or Allies? Thanks for helping us to start tracking those once again.

5. UPCOMING EVENTS

In the Resources & Links page, there is a tab listing upcoming events. Check it out!

~ General Howitzer

The Memoir 44 Refresh is here!

Click here for a link to the Asmodee site

Heard this from Bruno LeScribe on the Memoir 44 Monday Night group:

[ Announcement from CatsInHat.com ]:

The upcoming edition will feature a reprinted and updated base game, and here’s the best part—it will be fully compatible with all previously released expansions, as well as those planned for the future. With Memoir ’44 boasting a rich library of expansions from the past two decades, this level of compatibility is a major advantage for longtime players.

While the core gameplay will remain unchanged, the new edition is expected to include:

Refreshed visuals and component upgrades, including redesigned cards, updated player aids, and a modernized game board.
Improved miniatures for soldiers and vehicles.
A revised rulebook, likely featuring reworded rules and updated illustrations for clarity and ease of learning.
This modernized version of Memoir ’44 aims to preserve the charm and strategic depth of the original while offering improved usability and presentation. It’s still the same beloved WWII-themed tactical game—featuring modular scenarios, campaign progression, and battles from across multiple theaters of war.Whether you’re a newcomer to the battlefield or a longtime general, the new Memoir ’44 edition is shaping up to be a must-have addition to your collection.

[ pic courtesy of Bigsmit19 ]

Military camouflage background with star. Vector, EPS10.

General Howitzer

is a long-time veteran of strategy games, starting with chess, and then especially hex-based war games. This includes the old hex games using the small carboard chits to represent units with attack, defense, and movement points. It also includes the classic Axis & Allies, with the three day long games!, and complex, detailed rules. But they were all fun.

Memoir 44 is a perfect blend of strategy, tactics, luck and planning. With options for the table game, or the online versions, there is always an opportunity for great gameplay with friends and new friends online.

This website is a Strategy & Tactics Community for all fans of Memoir 44. Feel free to send in your scenarios & links to resources. Join the discussion on the Forum, and rate your favorite scenarios.

We want to remember and honor those who put their lives on the line, and fought for freedom in World War Two. May the memory of their sacrifices live on.

~~ General Howitzer